2022 TESLA MODEL 3 belt

Seating Larger Children
If a child is too large to fit into a child safety seat, but
too small to safely
fit into the standard seat belts, use a
booster seat appropriate for the child

In the second row, install LATCH child safety seats in the
outboard seating positions only. Use only a seat belt
retained seat in the center position.
To install a LATCH child safety seat, slide the safety seat
latches onto the anchor bars until they click into place. Carefully read and follow the instructions provided by
the child safety seat manufacturer.
Once installed, test the security of the installation before
seating a child. Attempt to twist the child safety seat from side to side and try to pull it away from the seat, then check to ensure the anchors remain securely in
place.
NOTE: Lower LATCH anchors should not be used with
child seats or booster seats that have an integrated safety belt in situations where the combined weight of
the child plus the child restraint is more than
65 lbs (29.5
kg). In these situations, use the safety belt instead.
Attaching Upper Tether Straps
If an upper tether strap is provided, attach its hook to the anchor point located on the shelf behind the rear
seats.
NOTE: The location of anchor points may not be readily
visible but can be found by identifying a slice in the seat

To access an anchor point, press down on the back of its
cover.
For dual-strap tethers, position a strap on each side of
the head support.
For single-strap tethers at the outboard seating positions, run the strap over the outside-facing side of the head support (same side of the head support as the
seat belt retraction mechanism).
For a single-strap tether in the center seating position,
fully lower the head support
(see Head Supports on
page 24) and run the strap over the top center of the
head support.
Testing a Child Safety Seat
Before seating a child, always make sure the child safety seat is not loose:
1.
Hold the child safety seat by the belt path and try to slide the safety seat from side to side and front to back.
2.
If the seat moves more than one inch (2.5 cm), it is
too loose. Tighten the belt or reconnect the
LATCH
retained child safety seat.
3.
If you are unable to reduce slack, try a different seat
location or try another child safety seat.
Child Safety Seat Warnings
WARNING: Extreme hazard! Do not seat a child on
the front passenger seat even if you are using a
child safety seat. This seat has an airbag in front of
it. Although this airbag is disabled when Model 3
detects a lightweight passenger, do not rely on
technology to protect your child.
WARNING: Child restraint systems are designed to
be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap
belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt. Children could
be endangered in a crash if their child restraints
are not properly secured in the vehicle.
WARNING: According to collision statistics,
children are safer when properly restrained in the
rear seating positions than in the front seating
positions.
WARNING: Do not use a forward facing child
safety seat until your child weighs over 20 lbs (9
kg) and can sit independently. Up to the age of
two, a child

Location of Airbags
Airbags are located in the approximate areas shown below. Airbag warning information is printed on the sun visors.
Model 3 is equipped with an airbag and lap/shoulder belt at both front seating positions. The airbag is a
supplemental restraint at those seating positions. All occupants, including the driver, should always wear their seat belts whether or not an airbag is also provided at their seating position to minimize the risk of severe injury or death
in the event of a crash.
1.
Knee airbag
2.
Front airbags
3.
Seat-mounted side airbags
4.
Curtain airbags
Airbags
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Chrome and Metal Surfaces
Polish, abrasive cleaners, alcohol-based gel products (such as hand sanitizer), and hard cloths can damage the
finish on chrome and metal surfaces.
Cautions for Interior Cleaning
CAUTION: Using solvents (including alcohol),
alcohol-based gel products (such as hand
sanitizer), bleach, citrus, naphtha, or silicone-based
products or additives on interior components can
cause damage.
CAUTION: Statically-charged materials can cause
damage to the touchscreen.
WARNING: If you notice any damage on an airbag
or seat belt, contact Tesla immediately.
WARNING: Do not allow any water, cleaners, or
fabric to enter a seat belt mechanism.
WARNING: Exposure to chemical cleaners can be
hazardous and can irritate eyes and skin. Read and
observe the instructions provided by the
manufacturer of the chemical cleaner.
Polishing, Touch Up, and Body
Repair
To preserve the cosmetic appearance of the body, you
can occasionally treat the paint surfaces with an approved polish containing:

recent (Media Player): 134
Recents (navigation): 129
recording videos: 70, 142
recording videos (Track Mode): 65
regenerative braking: 59
regenerative braking, in Track Mode: 65
relative speed limit: 115
release notes: 148
restarting the touchscreen: 48
Reverse gear: 50
RFID transponders: 174
roadside assistance: 194
roof racks: 181
rotating tires: 162
Round Trip Energy (navigating): 131
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safety defects, reporting: 203
safety information: 29, 34, 42
airbags: 42
child seats: 34
seat belts: 29
Schedule: 157
schedule service: 149
scheduled charging: 157
scheduled departure: 157
using: 157
seat belts: 27, 28, 168
cleaning: 168
in a collision: 28
overview of: 27
pre-tensioners: 28
wearing when pregnant: 28
seat covers: 26
seat heaters: 123, 125
seating capacity: 180
seats: 23, 123
adjusting: 23
heaters: 123
security settings: 140
sensors: 78
Sentry Mode: 140
service data recording: 200
service intervals: 159
Settings, erasing: 122
shifting gears: 50
Show Calendar Upon Entry: 138
Side Clearance (Summon): 103
side collision warning: 109
slip start: 61
Smart Summon: 106
smartphone: 6
authenticating as a key: 6
Software Reinstall: 148
software reset: 122
software update preferences: 148
software updates: 148
specifications: 182, 184, 186
12V battery: 186
brakes: 184
cargo volume: 184
dimensions: 182
exterior: 182
High Voltage Battery: 186
interior: 182
motor: 184
steering: 184
subsystems: 184
suspension: 186
tires: 186
transmission: 184
weights: 184
wheels: 186
speed assist: 115
Speed Limit Mode: 121
speed limit warning: 115
Stability Assist (Track Mode): 65
stability control: 61
starting: 48
steering specifications: 184
steering wheel: 51
lights, controlling: 51
steering, automatic: 86
streaming radio: 133
streaming services: 133
summer tires: 165
Summon: 103
Summon Distance: 103
supercharging: 158
described: 158
idle fees: 158
pay-per-use fees: 158
suspension specifications: 186
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telematics: 200
temperature: 54, 123, 153, 189
Battery (high voltage), limits: 153
cabin, controls for: 123
outside: 54
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